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Pediatric Dentist
Duties and Responsibilities
Pediatric Dentists examine child patients and interpret radiographs and diagnostic tests to determine the type and extent of dental diseases and disabilities or dysfunctions. They evaluate their findings and prescribes the type, extent and order of treatment required, restoring the health and function of carious, fractured or otherwise defective teeth. Pediatric Dentists provide behavior management techniques and performs oral surgery, endodontic, prosthodontic and interceptive orthodontic treatment on children. They also provide consultation services.
Civilian Opportunities
Civilian Dental
Duties and Responsibilities
Civilian Pediatric Dentists perform the same type of work as their military counterparts. They are directly responsible for clients, as well as office staff, billing and planning. Pediatric Dentists focus on preventative and early prognosis of all associated dental disease, referring patients to specialists when the prognosis dictates.
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